1965 Renault Floride vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Floride would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 2015 kg more than 1965 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Renault Floride is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1965 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1965 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Renault Floride | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Floride | Viano |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
